Speech Pathologist, Elevating Student Learning in Schools

Department of Education; Shire of East Gippsland; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Salary packaging options

Flexible employment conditions

Employee Assistance Program

Fleet cars

Job summary

The Department of Education in Victoria seeks a Speech Pathologist to join the Inner Gippsland Student Support Services team. You will assess and develop strategies for communication and learning needs within schools, working with families and communities to support student engagement and wellbeing.

You will influence language and literacy practice across local area schools through consultation, capacity building and collaborative practice within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Graduate or post-graduate qualification in speech pathology or equivalent.
• Registration as an occupational therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia.
• A valid Working with Children Check.
• A current Australian Drivers' Licence.

Responsibilities

• Providing support and advice to schools, including regarding complex cases and time sensitive decisions.
• Supporting schools to respond effectively to critical incidents.
• Supporting schools to develop reasonable adjustments for students over time as part of ongoing student support planning.
• Building the capability of teachers through professional learning.

Skills

Speech pathology

Communication

Leadership

Education

Speech pathology degree

Job description

The Department of Education in Victoria seeks a Speech Pathologist to join the Inner Gippsland Student Support Services team. You will assess and develop strategies for communication and learning needs within schools, working with families and communities to support student engagement and wellbeing.

You will influence language and literacy practice across local area schools through consultation, capacity building and collaborative practice within a multidisciplinary team.